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Thigh rub. It’s not just for sundresses and daisy-duke shorts. It’s not about how much you weigh or how much you work out. It’s a universal problem that healthcare professionals of all shapes and sizes suffer from and it’s time we have a chit chat about it.

According to Good Housekeeping, the problem is trifold: sweat, friction, and fabric choice.

For each contributing factor to thigh rub, we’ve found the best fixes at three different price points so your wallet doesn’t feel the same burn.

1.Sweat- First off, we ALL do it. Sweat is an unavoidable part of being a human being. Our pits sweat, our feet sweat, our faces sweat, our boobs sweat, our thighs sweat. For the sake of being sensitive to those among us unwilling to speak this truth we’ll even refer to it as “glistening”. The point is- it happens. We as evolved creatures have the opportunity to do something about that so it doesn’t become a day ruiner. These options are not only great smelling but they are all talc-free.
a.Lush’s Silky Underwear: Lush keeps it cruelty-free with their vegan-friendly products and this powder is no exception to the rule with ingredients like cocoa butter powder to keep you smooth and jasmine absolute to give wherever you choose to sprinkle it a light, clean scent. The product sells online and in-stores for $9.95 ($4.74/oz).
b.Lady Anti-Monkey Butt Powder: Aside from having a hilarious name, you may recognize this brand from its line of ointments for babies suffering from diaper rash. No longer just for your bundle of joy, Monkey Butt combines cornstarch and calamine lotion powder to produce a product that absorbs moisture while eliminating those hot spots. Online and in major retailers, like Walmart, the product sells for $8.16 ($1.36/oz).
c.Burt’s Bees Baby Bee Baby Powder: Coming from a company that has made their mark using all natural ingredients in personal hygiene the expectations are high here. They do not fail to deliver with this talc free powder lightly scented with your favorite Burt’s Bees floral notes. Online at Target.com , the product sells for $8.99 ($1.19/oz).

Looking for the already-at-home fix for this? Try Vaseline in a light layer. Just avoid getting it on your clothes as it might end up staining.

2.Friction- The friction of skin on skin can cause some serious burn over long periods of time. It’s important to point out that just because you experience this discomfort doesn’t mean you need to hit the gym to drop a few pounds. Even top athletes suffer from what some refer to as “chub rub”.
a.SBR Body Care’s Skin Slick: Their bold claim of being a product for anyone who has ever had a blister from any form of activity covers all the bases in one broad and bold claim. The aerosol can and spray on application covers everything else. Fortified with skin-nourishing vitamins this spray sells online for $19.80 ($13.02/oz).
b.Body Glide for Her: Marathoners and cyclists have been using Body Glide to prevent and ease spots of high friction and moisture for two long and sweaty decades. The company produced a line specifically for women and in their formula include Vitamins A, B, E, and F to protect and nourish skin. The product sells online and in major retailers, like Target, for $7.99 ($9.99/oz).
c.Monistat Complete Care Chafing Relieve Powder Gel: Okay, so the name is super long. However, produced by one of the most authoritative companies on down-there-care you can be rest assured they know what they’re talking about. This gel is for prevention as much as it is for healing sore spots that have already formed. Online and at major retailers, like Walmart, the product sells for $7.59 ($5.06/oz).

3.Fabric Choice- There are two solid rules to follow here.
One- Stray away from cotton and cotton blends. Cotton, while the fabric of our lives, does not actually perform well in high stress and high sweat situations. It’s why quality athletic wear doesn’t invite cotton to play.
Two- Stray away from loose fitting fabrics. While thigh rub can and does indeed occur when wearing leggings or skinny jeans the fabric barrier between your legs is actually doing its best to perform the same task as the products listed above- protection. Loose fitting fabrics allow for skin to skin contact and if you forgot your Body Glide at home that day then you’re in for a rough and red patchy ride.

For our scrub wearing friends out there, what do you do? Cotton has been a part of scrubs fabric as long as we’ve been wearing scrubs! At cherokee4less.com we have two different brands that prove to be most effective at keeping thigh rub and chafing at bay while you’re clocked in and thigh rub is the last thing on your mind.
a.Cherokee Infinity: These pants are a polyester/spandex blend and come recommended by The Katie Duke because of the reinforced fabric where thigh rub is a threat to threads. The low-rise, straight leg, drawstring style pant comes in 21 colors and sells for $28.99. The low-rise, slim, pull on pant comes in 16 colors and sells for $27.99.
b.Dickies: The men’s pant offering in this line is a blend of polyester, rayon, and spandex twill. Not a stitch of cotton in sight. The men's zip fly pull-on pant comes in 3 colors and sells for $25.99.
b.Cherokee Luxe: The women's pant offering in this line is a blend of polyester, rayon, and spandex twill as well. Following the rule of "no cotton" this pant will wick moisture and keep you dry. The women's low rise drawstring cargo pant comes in 21 colors and sells for $28.99.

At the end of your shift, you may feel as though you’ve run a marathon. If someone tracked your heart rate they’d likely assume the same. Your mind will definitely feel the burn but your thighs shouldn’t have to. Keep in mind the three contributing factors to chub-rub and try the different powders and salves to nip it in the bud. You should also pick up some cotton-free scrubs that work for you, not against you. Your thighs will thank you.

Yes, we said SALE! All of the Cherokee Workwear Collection is 20% off through 08/14/16 on www.cherokee4less.com with Promo Code WW20 at checkout! Superior in the scrubs world, Workwear offers tons of color options and size availability is better than ever! These scrubs are not only durable, but comfortable AND stylish.

Oh, by the way, we’re still offering free shipping with any purchase over $25. Now is the time to stock up and reap in the savings! Cherokee4Less is the #1 Cherokee distributor in the US and we know our scrubs!

Why we love Workwear: Versatility

No one beats Cherokee Workwear for both durability and versatility. Designed with you in mind, Workwear has pockets galore and extras such as stethoscope loops and ID badge slots to make keeping your gear close and comfortable. The Cherokee Workwear 4710 V-Neck Scrub Top is a great option when you want a flattering fit, yet have room for everything!

Why we love Workwear: Antimicrobial

New in the medical industry is antimicrobial fabric. Cherokee Workwear offers several styles featuring Certainty technology that provides long lasting freshness and reliable protection against unwanted bacteria on the fabric. Look for the Certainty symbol beside items available with this option. Only the best for our friends in the medical field!

After meeting with the famous Nurseonality, Katie Duke, in New York City recently, our eyes have totally been opened to everything you nurses deal with on the daily. As a retailer of scrub wear, we realize that nurses are real people, with real feelings, and have to put every ounce of heart into this career. We want you know, we get it! We’re real people too who take your online orders, fulfill shipments, goof off between calls, and work beyond your call to make sure you receive exactly what you want and maybe even a little extra. Cherokee4Less isn’t some huge, glass window, 6 story call center full of agents that don’t care. We are a small, family owned company with customer service reps willing to listen to your crappy day, concerns about brand and size, or to enter your order because you simply don’t have time or a computer in front of you. We’re your partner. Don’t forget that!

While chowing down with Katie, she elaborated in great detail about hospitals being so understaffed and full of staff that feel underappreciated. We’ve heard of several hospital layoffs and nurses caring for more patients on shift than typical, but holy cow, we had NO IDEA the severity or WHY! Katie Duke says that average nurse-patient ratio should be 1 nurse to every 4 patients. Right now, she averages 6-9 patients per shift. Not only does this cause delays in patient care if a call light is pressed, but that delay could mean a life or death situation. Not to mention the stress on that one nurse to pretty much act as Superwoman! Here’s a scenario…you’re a nurse with a patient in cardiac arrest and you’re assisting that patient for 30 minutes. Down the hall, another patient needs assistance getting to the restroom and has just waited 30 minutes and has an accident. That patient is yelling and beyond frustrated when you get there, but you have to apologize, ease the situation, care for the patient, choke back your own tears from the stress, and move along to the next room thus, starting this pattern all over again. What a hectic 12+ hours.

Then, here’s why the understaffed scheduling happens. It’s not the fault of the head nurse like we assumed, or even the hospital for that matter. Get this! Hospitals send out a survey, just like a hotel, to ask about your stay and your care. Hospitals certified to participate in government programs really get affected by these surveys because that patient that waited 30 minutes with their call light on leaves a bad review, and the next patient complains the nurse wasn’t quick enough or attentive enough. Well, guess what? That government program just lessened their budget for your hospital based on these reviews, which results in scheduling less staff, all to stay within a given budget.

Cherokee4Less understands the stress and we applaud you for the burdens you carry every day while walking in with a smile on your face and ready to face the next challenge. We want you to be comfortable in your scrubs, outfit you in apparel that works for you in every way that you move, scrubs that don’t require ironing and protect you with scrubs such as Certainty Scrubs that have antimicrobial fluid barrier to keep the “yuck” aka bodily fluids, from staining. We want to make your life just a little easier in any way we can. We are here for you!

Nurseonality Katie Duke is famous for her outspoken, sassy, “real”
personality. Of course, Cherokee4Lee had
a question upon meeting her in NYC…Where did the “Nurse Deal With It” nickname? Is this her own
personal smart little saying, is this what she thinks in her head when there’s
nurse drama or patients who are exaggerating their ‘probably’ pain level of 3
to a 12? Over dinner and drinks at
Carmine’s Italian restaurant, it made perfect sense.

Katie explained how when she was a child and even growing up
into a young adult, her mother always gave tough love. She was always nurturing and a wonderful
mother and role model, but held Katie accountable for all her actions. If she made a mistake…fess up and deal with
it. If she fell down and scraped her
knee, get up and deal with it. She prepared
Katie to stand and deal, don’t take any crap, figure out a way to get through
the situation at hand, don’t make excuses, and don’t blame anybody else for
your misfortunes.

So in turn, Katie grew up with thick skin, a lady
who accepted the cards she was dealt, and a worldly outlook. Plus, this woman has a huge heart and a
passion to help others. She’s an amazing
nurse who is now also a nurse practitioner.
She handles trauma in the ER like a champ, sets her feelings to the
side, and gets the job done. Cherokee4Less
really began to understand the daily struggles of nurse life, difficult patients
and how to provide the best care, suck it up, and move along to the next
patient with a smile, and why nurses are so understaffed right now. More blogs to come! Stay tuned!

Cherokee4Less took a quick 3 day trip to NYC to catch up with the #DealWithIt Nurse Katie Duke. My oh my did we learn how different it would be to live in New York versus North Carolina! Although the big fancy buildings, high end studios, hailing a taxi like we see in the movies, and living like movie stars may seem attractive, wait til you hear this!!

While perusing the streets of West and East New York City, I had some questions….like always. I am aware the cost of living is much different in NY than NC, but I wanted to know exactly how much. On average, a 1 or 2 bedroom apartment here in NC averages $700-$900. We pay a deposit which may be a couple hundred bucks or up to as much as the first month’s rent. No real estate agent or broker is necessary. It’s really a quick and easy process. As long as you don’t have a criminal record, have decent credit, and make 3 times what they’re asking in rent per month, you’re golden.

Totally different up north! A small studio can average anywhere from $2000+ and a 2 bedroom flat can run upwards of $4000-6000 a month. Wow!!! A payment like that would be equivalent to a huge home and several acres in the south! In NYC, renting typically requires a broker, which may cost up to $6000. There are a handful that don’t require a broker, but they’re few and far between. Katie Duke also mentioned that an apartment that has washer and dryer connections or a dishwasher is a big deal! Same goes for a patio. You’re big time if your apartment has a patio. Some studios or apartments have a door man, others don’t. It is considered a luxury to have a home with a white gloved doorman. And get this! In order to be approved for your lease, you must make 40 times your first month’s rent. What?! If you require a co-signer, make that 75 times one month’s rent.

So in a nutshell, although cost of living is MUCH higher in NYC, pay rates are dramatically higher to help compensate for this traumatic cost difference. The New York hustle and bustle is no joke! Be prepared if your dream of being a big shot is in NYC! But overall, my experience in the big city left me thinking I’d love to relocate for work for maybe just a couple years ;-) --Dawn @cherokee4less